Copy Cat Recipe - TGI Friday's Green Bean Fries (2024)

FAQs

How do you freeze green beans? ›

To freeze green beans, all you have to do is cut them, then arrange them in a single layer on a pan lined with parchment paper. This will prevent them from clumping together as they freeze. Place the pan on a flat surface in your freezer for 1-2 hours, until they feel frozen to the touch.

How to Store Green Beans. Green beans should be stored unwashed in the crisper drawer of your fridge. If they came in a bag, keep them in the bag when storing. If they came in a small berry box from the market, transfer them to a reusable storage or plastic bag before storing them in the fridge.

Drop the green beans into the boiling water and blanch for 2 minutes. Remove the beans and immediately immerse in the ice water long enough to cool completely, about 15 seconds. Drain and place on paper towels to dry.

Freeze the green beans: Place the beans in quart-size freezer bags. Fill the bag about 3/4 full so that you can flatten them slightly to stack in the freezer. Squeeze out any excess air as you secure the seal. Label and date each bag, then place them in the freezer for up to 12 months.

Let beans sit in ice bath for 5 minutes. Drain green beans and spread out on a large baking sheet. Use a paper towel to blot the extra water off the beans. Place in the freezer and let the beans freeze for 4-6 hours on the baking sheet.

It's best to store your fresh green beans in the fridge, otherwise store green beans in the freezer if you want them to last longer. You can also store unwashed and unblanched green beans in the refrigerator for up to about seven days before you need to store your green beans in the freezer.

Your cooked beans last about 3 to 5 days in the fridge. To store them, let the beans cool down after cooking, then pop them in the refrigerator within an hour. Getting them stored quickly and chilled in the fridge will help prevent the growth of bacteria.

“Ideally, when stored consistently between 40°F and 45°F after picking, you can expect beans to last eight to 12 days.” But it's a delicate balance. If your beans don't get enough moisture, they can also shrivel up and dry out.

If you freeze green beans without blanching them first, the texture, color, and taste won't be quite as fresh when you defrost and eat them after long-term storage. They'll be good for a couple of months in the freezer, but quickly go downhill thereafter.

You want to blanch an amount small enough that the water can quickly return to a boil. Once it returns to a boil, set a timer. Cook the beans for 2 minutes if small, 3 if medium and 4 if large. Remove the beans immediately with the mesh skimmer and submerge them in the bowl of water and ice.

Is it better to blanch or steam green beans? ›

Our go-to green bean recipe is hardly a recipe at all—just blanch them, i.e., flash them in boiling water until the beans are crisp-tender, then shock them, a.k.a. chill them in an ice bath.

The only part of the bean that always needs to be removed is the tip of the stem end (this is sometimes called "topping" the bean), where the pod was once attached to the rest of the plant. There is no practical need to remove the tail end of a green bean—the choice to do so is aesthetic.

Are Green Beans Safe for Dogs? Chopped, steamed, raw, or canned—all types of green beans are safe for dogs to eat, as long as they are plain. Green beans themselves are not only safe for dogs, but veterinarians also recommend them as a healthy treat. Best of all, dogs seem to love them.

The vegetable helps fight inflammation and is a good source of folate and potassium, which helps regulate blood pressure. Green beans also are a good source of protein and fiber, which helps lower cholesterol, Vadiveloo said. "Fiber is underconsumed by U.S. adults and children, and it's good for gut health," she said.

Sure! To save time and a few steps, you can freeze green beans without blanching them first. Simply wash, dry, trim, and pack the green beans into freezer containers, leaving as little air in the container as possible (explained in more detail below). It is perfectly safe to freeze green beans without blanching.

Green beans can be frozen in their raw state, but consider blanching and shocking them for the best results. Not only does cooking them this way lock in their vibrant green color, but Registered Dietitian and Chef Abbie Gellman says it also eliminates surface microorganisms and dirt, preventing deterioration.

Tips for Freezing Green Beans

After freezing, the raw beans will be mushy in texture and flavorless. For the best results, don't skip the blanching process when freezing green beans. Dry the beans thoroughly before freezing. This will help avoid clumps and excess moisture.

The quality of frozen beans will be better if they have been blanched. Blanching stops enzyme actions that continue the ripening process and can make the beans tough. Tray pack beans by placing them in a single layer on a tray to freeze before packing. This allows you to take just the amount you need from the package.